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Attractions for Mid Wales and The Brecon Beacons

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The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

Enjoy the beautiful Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

The Monmouthshire and Brecon canal hugs the mountainside above the valley of the River Usk. This is one of the most scenic canal routes in Britain. It runs for a total of 32 miles (51.5 km) through idyllic scenery in the National Park between Brecon and Pontypool. Through the four seasons there a fine views and an abundance of wildlife to be seen.

The full length of the canal towpath is a public footpath. During its passage through ..... >>

A day out in Brecon

The Brecon Beacons See More, Do More

The charming old market town of Brecon is regarded as one of the most historic locations in Wales. It is situated at the confluence of the rivers Usk & Honddu, the latter providing the town's Welsh name 'Aberhonddu'.

Boasting a cathedral, theatre, cinema, castle ruins, stunning Georgian architecture as well as a canal basin, Brecon is a great choice for an extended visit!

The Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh

The Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh hosts The Diehard Company!

The Museum tells the fascinating story of four of the British armys most famous regiments. This long history, dating back to the 1680s, is told through many kinds of objects including uniforms, medals, weapons and models. The regiments have seen action in many prominent events, including the British campaign in South Africa (visit us and discover what really happened in the 1879 Zulu War!), and both world wars. Forty-three of the regiments& ..... >>

Erwood Station Gallery

Dan-yr-Ogof, The National Showcaves Centre for Wales

Wales' top award-winning visitor attraction!

Wales' top award-winning visitor attraction the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is the most breathtaking Showcaves complex in Northern Europe. Every year tens of thousands of visitors step back in time, as they walk within the limestone rocks, and deep into the subterranean world.

Above ground there is plenty to see and do - come face to face with some of the largest animals ever to walk the Earth in our Dinosaur Park, one ..... >>

Brecknock Museum & Art Gallery

Brecknock Museum & Art Gallery is one of the finest and liveliest small museums in Wales

Visit the Brecknock Museum and learn more about the history, natural history and art of the Brecon Beacons area. The Museum is housed in the Old Shire Hall, and you can see a judge and jury try a historic case in the courtroom.

The Museum has excellent collections of Welsh art, including the work of contemporary artists.

King Arthur's Labyrinth

An underground storytelling adventure.

Sail underground, through the great waterfall, and deep inside the spectacular caverns of the Labyrinth and far back in time. Enjoy tales of King Arthur and other ancient Welsh legends as you explore the dramatic underground setting. Complete with dramatic scenes, light shows and sound effects, this is a real adventure for all ages.

Theatr Brycheiniog

Music, Dance, Theatre and Visual Arts

Situated at the end of the picturesque Brecon to Monmouth Canal in the pretty market town of Brecon on the edge of Brecon Beacons National Park, Theatr Brycheiniog offers a popular and acclaimed programme of performing arts and entertainment throughout the year.

Crickhowell

Welcome to Crickhowell

Crickhowell nestles in the beautiful Usk Valley. This thriving Market Town, which has a unique charm, offers an interesting variety of shops, places to eat, drink and stay with attractions for all the family.Whilst there are countless opportunities for the active, everyone can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery and river valleys. This wonderful corner of Wales is easily accessible being less than an hour from the Severn Bridge with rail acces ..... >>